Our military leaders are warning that we are on the brink of creating a hollow force, unprepared to respond to contingencies around the world.

This is unconscionable at a time when we are facing a global security environment that is as dangerous and complex as any time that I can remember.

The key strategic pieces are the GIRoA's ability to demonstrate its legitimacy to the Afghan people.

Those retention problems, especially in the context of generally improving civilian employment opportunities, meant that Congress was required to come back and authorize catch-up increases.

Ultimately, Afghans must be able to secure and stabilise their country themselves.

these investments are essential to facilitating reductions while sustaining deterrence under New START and beyond.

With adequate sustainment funding, the Air Force anticipates a 2- to 3-year recovery for the impacted fleets.

Admiral Greenert, are we starting to see the signs of a strained force in the Navy?

What are you doing to evaluate the results of the command climate assessments to ensure necessary follow-up action?

the major mission of the Federal Government is to protect the Homeland.

General Kehler, what might be the military significance of cheating with tactical nuclear weapons, which are not covered by New START?

Admiral Greenert, I have heard about faulty charts, but that's what seamanship is supposed to counter.